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In this video I lay down some fundamental truths of woodworking for the newbies.

⏱️ Chapters
00:00 There's no handbook for this stuff
00:18 Build vs buy
02:47 Where'd you get that wood, boy?
07:01 A better way to build stuff
09:33 Learn this FIRST

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[MikkellTheImmortal]

This is an extremely valuable video for everyone. My favorite is that you added google search terms. When I first started I had no idea where to find good wood and drove all over trying to find who has the good wood at a good price.

[RandallMimms]

I like the place you buy your wood lol. Thanks for being a customer

[adamrubella]

Taking the time to allow your wood materials to acclimate to your shop’s humidity level is extremely important and worth taking the time to let it happen. I get it that you want to get started as soon as you pull it off your truck or trailer but that’s a great way to have the wood shrink or swell after you take your time making pieces. Patience is so so important when woodworking.

[CountYulith]

I build stuff for my home, because I want an exact size or look, not because it is cheaper. It usually isn't. And yes, new wood worker's don't often understand is wood moisture content, shrinkage as it dries, and seasonal movement, both of which are very important to know for some builds. I didn't know about it for a while when I first started.

[richk]

The first "big" tool I bought for my shop was a craftsman job site table saw. That was 20 years ago. I still have it and still use it, but these days I use it as a job site saw not my primary/only shop table saw. When you first start building your shop, remember a cheap tool is generally better than no tool, and cheap tool issues can generally be overcome by skill/patience/and checking your settings for every cut.

[debandmike]

The real cost savings when you learn to do things yourself is you're not spending thousands on contractors who don't care about the work they do for you.. Over the last couple decades I may have easily spent $20, 000 in tools but I guarantee you I've saved $100, 000 in contractor costs. And I get to keep the tools.

[skillfulnomad]

The most honest and know exactly what he's saying YouTuber! Went through all of this! Knows exactly what he's saying!

[be]

You really only need a table and miter saw to do 90% of any project. (A lot of people say skip the miter if you have a good table saw, but the speed of a miter saw will help a ton in every project that uses anything smaller than a 4 by 4.)

[zamplify]

I don't care about saving money, I just like to make stuff.

[nikpapan]

One thing that saved me money, is that I was able to reuse a lot of wood and materials, because I had the tools and the knowledge of how to do it. Many pieces of wood in my house have been a desk, then a wardrobe, then a shelf etc. without me needing to buy new wood.

[glencrandall]

I agree. The greatest tools are expensive. But you don't need the most expensive tools. You need the best tool you can afford. And not all your tools have to be power tools. Woodworkers worked without power for thousands of years.

[elainehiggins]

Thank you for the video. I just subscribed. This video is full of wise and prudent counsel for the novice or even intermediate woodworker. As noted, the key is to start small and do what you can with the tools you have. Every mistake is a step forward in the adventure: be thankful for the failures, assess what you have learned, and move forward in that new knowledge. I would suggest that any new woodworkers join a local woodworking club which are bottomless pits of advice. I’ve been woodworking since the 80s when I started watching Norm Abram and Roy Underhill and I still love the hobby and love sharing about it..

[robertanderson]

Thanks for the great video. We need more people adding to the discussion from woodworking channels. Personally, I started with two corded power tools and a break-down bench stored under the outdoor stairs in the apartment complex I was living in. Thirty years later and I still don't have what I'd call a "shop". I have a table saw, small bench, and nine cordless tools. I've made outdoor furniture, custom bathrooms for our home, cupboards, stands, toys, and more recently an Anglo-Saxon lyre. You don't need to break the bank. I take great pleasure in getting it the size, shape, and color I want -so to speak. I get to choose when to scrimp on beauty or structure. Each project brings the joy of increasing my mental toolkit. If this isn't your attitude, buy what you can find from actual builders; they deserve the work, and you deserve the quality.

[jeffvoght]

Awesome video! I just started, and I did a glue-up using pine. I got the boards cheap! You know, from the big box store. Once again, I didn't realize how much wood shrinks! I realized that this wood was way too wet. When it dried, it was ruined...or really jacked up. Lol. I definitely see the need to get lumber that is kiln-dried. Even though this project was a flop, I had so much fun doing the project. I learn something everytime I do something. There is so much to learn, but getting the correct lumber that is dry is essential. Thank you for the great video.

[seanlandsman]

Subscribed! Loved everything about this video. Super clear, funny (ie, engaging), and my favorite part was the Google search terms. Exactly what a good teacher should strive for.

[colinandersen]

I just bought older wood working equipment and being a mechanic took them apart cleaned and repaired them back to new then spent the extra money on Byrd cutter heads for my jointer and plane. They work great (Delta)

[paulmaryon]

Hello from the UK, another way of buying hardwoods for smaller projects is second hand, (often free) furniture, great video thank you

[pauline_diy]

I love your content. I’ve used your plans several times, super straight forward and easy to follow just like your videos. I’m a beginner and I rented tools from HD before I started buying my own. I learn the skill with what I have, then buy the tool. Thank you for this one.

[silverfox]

I’ve been a carpenter for 35 years and still love building anything from wood! 👍

[kevinintheusa]

Sometimes I save money and sometimes I don't but either way I get to build something. I took up woodworking in my 20s and never looked back. I also have remodeled 6 houses during my time in the military such that I can teach all kinds of stuff to my son. I love DIY and it is very satisfying to end up with something that does the job, looks good, and fits in the space intended.